What really good about Alcohol?

Whats up, have any of you experienced drinking with the Lap-Band, I was just wondering if it any different after the surgery?

Hi! I cant say I'm such an experienced drinker but from what I have tried I havn't found a difference before and after. Mainly speaking of different drinks mixed with vodka. Some people say you might get drunk faster, but I've never drank enough before or after to get near that. So basicaly my experience says no. Hope that helped! BTW the reason surgeons will advise you not to is because it is just "empty" calories, but I don't believe it can hurt you. Check with a doc just to be sure! Cheers! Becca 389/312/170

you do tend to get drunk quicker.... and a higher blood alcohol level quicker, you dont have the same tolerance at all and you may feel fine, but your system can be effect quicker. becareful

I had the lapband done in July, and didn't drink for about 2 months. When I started drinking again I found that I've become a total 'lightweight' (no pun intended).

This is a good question. I am having AGB done on wednesday and I have parties lined up starting next weekend, i dont usually drink, but I do take shots occasionally, when I am at a party... but not many (more like ONE). I am not a lightweight at all, so this will be interesting